In celebration and exploration of the wonderful art of cabaret singing, vocalists from both cities will meet in Paris for the first Chicago Paris Cabaret Connexion, September 15 to 17, 2017.

A delegation of a dozen cabaret singers, led by Hommel, Doyle and Victoria will travel to Paris for the three-day conference. A limited number of spots are available for singers and auditors to join the group.

The project is endorsed by the Paris Committee of Chicago Sister Cities International.

An unforgettable international cabaret weekend -for singers, auditors and fans

Highlights of the Paris conference in September include:
• Master classes taught by leading cabaret practitioners
• Opportunities for French and US singers to perform together on stage
• Presentations by leading French authors and academics on cabaret history
• A presentation on the history of Black chanteuses in Paris
• Attending iconic Parisian venues including the Lapin Agile
• Round table discussions on the future of cabaret, networking, building audiences, promotion and development of venues
• Pre-conference options: a private dinner-cruise on the Seine, a visit to Giverny, open mic at the Café Universel, the Musée d'Orsay....